Air Fryer Pork Chops

Method

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1. Take the chops out of the fridge 20 minutes before cooking and pat them very dry.

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2. Rub with the oil.

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3. Mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, salt and pepper and press onto both sides and the edges.

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4. Heat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F for 3 minutes.

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5. Lay the chops in a single layer, in two batches if they touch.

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6. Cook 5 minutes, turn, and cook another 5 to 7 minutes, until 63°C / 145°F at the bone.

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7. Rest on a board 5 minutes. The temperature will climb a few degrees.

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Chef’s Tips

• Choose chops at least 2.5 cm thick. Thin ones overcook before they brown.
• Pull them at 63°C. Past 70°C they turn dry and chalky.
• Pat the surface dry first, or the rub steams instead of browning.

Pairing Suggestions

• Apple sauce
• Buttered green beans
• Mashed sweet potato

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat sliced chops in a covered skillet with a splash of water, or freeze for 2 months.

Common questions

Nutritional Highlights

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.